Legal Counsel
Calian
Legal
Canada · Remote
Posted on Nov 21, 2025
Position Overview
The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing practical, business-focused legal advice to Calian’s business units and corporate services teams. This role supports a wide range of legal needs—including commercial, corporate, regulatory, and operational matters—while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and managing legal risks. Success in this position requires a customer-service mindset, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to work as part of a cohesive team that supports Calian’s business objectives.
Location
Remote, CAN
Job Type
Full Time
Responsibilities
- Act as the first point of contact for legal queries from the assigned business unit.
- Collaborate with business teams to provide clear, actionable legal guidance on issues related to contracts, compliance, M&A, employment, litigation, risk management, international expansion, intellectual property, insurance, and more.
- Support the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel with initiatives in corporate governance, securities, finance, commercial matters, privacy, and other strategic areas.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements.
- Provide risk assessments and support the business in identifying and mitigating legal exposure.
- Conduct due diligence and assist in the company’s M&A activities.
- Support the development of litigation strategy and manage various types of claims.
- Research and analyze legal issues affecting the business across multiple jurisdictions.
- Stay current with applicable laws and regulations; develop and support the implementation of best practices, policies, and training.
- Assist in managing and expanding subsidiaries in Canada, the United States, and Europe.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- J.D. or LL.B. degree.
- Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing with a provincial Law Society in Canada.
- 2–10 years of post-call experience.
- Strong drafting, reviewing, and negotiation skills; experience in litigation or contracts is an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to collaboration and client service.
- Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to support organizational growth through sound, practical legal advice.
- Ability to identify efficiencies and recommend improvements to support continuous business growth and excellence.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to propose pragmatic, effective solutions to complex issues.
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and keeping Senior Legal Counsel informed.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze legislation, legal decisions, and commercial agreements while considering practical business implications.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple competing priorities.
- Willingness to adapt to emerging legal issues and operational needs.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with legal and regulatory changes relevant to the business.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on business needs.
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How we hire
- Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.
Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self! - Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help.
- We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines:
- Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position
- Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media
- In your CV, highlight your key achievements - this is your time to brag
- Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience
- Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to
- Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience
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- Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience
- Prepare a list of questions to ask us
- Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person)
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- We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you
- We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle
- Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process